AMERICAN JOURNAL OF NURSING

The American Journal of Nursing (AJN), identified by ISSN 0002-936X, is a prestigious monthly publication based in the United States and issued by Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. As a leading voice in the nursing profession, the journal is recognized as a core periodical in the nursing field according to the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) journal ranking, although it is not currently indexed in the Science Citation Index (SCI) and maintains a moderate impact factor within the JCR nursing category. The journal is not open access and focuses primarily on bridging the gap between evidence and practice, featuring high-quality content in clinical nursing, nursing education, health policy, and nursing research. Its scope encompasses critical areas such as acute care, chronic disease management, public health, and the integration of technological innovations into nursing practice. Renowned for its authority and professional rigor, AJN places a strong emphasis on practical utility and clinical guidance, serving as an essential reference for both practicing nurses and researchers. While its orientation toward applied practice may limit the depth of purely theoretical investigations, it remains a vital resource for professionals seeking to enhance their clinical competence and stay abreast of evolving standards in the healthcare landscape.